Zoos, the most accessible nature reserves for most people in Russia, are

becoming endangered species.

                  With 11 million people, Moscow has only one zoo covering about 60 acres. It is

crowded with visitors all summer.

5                 Zoo officials say there is not enough space to keep lions, giraffes, gorillas

and chimpanzees.

                  The city has been giving money to expand and improve it. Five major building

projects are underway and five more planned.

                  A few of Russia 's new banks and bussiness sponsor exhibits, and an

10        American businessman give US$100 a month to buy fruit for the apes.

                  Now many zoo workers have quit because they are paid very low wages.

The private sector also       .